2010 Mitsubishi Shogun vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
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2010 Mitsubishi Shogun | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Shogun | A4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |