1996 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2576 mm |
