Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2008 vs Audi A3 2008
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 295 HP | 200 HP | |
| Torque: | 366 NM | 280 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds | 7.1 seconds | |
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Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is more dynamic to drive. Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution engine produces 95 HP more power than Audi A3, whereas torque is 86 NM more than Audi A3. Thanks to more power Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution reaches 100 km/h speed 1.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.5 | 7.2 | |
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The Audi A3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution consumes 3.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A3, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution could require 495 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 520 km in combined cycle | 760 km in combined cycle | |
| 670 km on highway | 980 km on highway | ||
| Audi A3 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 110 mm (4.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 9 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat CC, Volkswagen Beetle, Audi TT | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Audi A3 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Audi A3 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.51 m | 4.29 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.42 m | |
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Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is larger. Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is 22 cm longer than the Audi A3, 5 cm wider, while the height of Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is 6 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 323 litres | 370 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1104 litres | |
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Audi A3 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is 1.1 metres more than that of the Audi A3, which means Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`040 kg | 1`895 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`560 kg | 1`335 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 480 kg | 560 kg | |
| Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 17 procentiem less than Audi A3. Therefore, Audi A3 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | 45 000 | 5600 | |
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