2010 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Outlander | A3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4666 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |