2012 Mitsubishi Shogun vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 4 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), 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Shogun | A4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1160 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 | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
