2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
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2009 Audi R8 | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | R8 | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |