2009 Audi TT vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TT | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
