1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
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, 1999 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 1999 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
