2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Endeavor | A5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1768 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 67 L |
