1999 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | S8 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |