2007 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A3 | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 81 L |
