2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi RS6 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model RS6 Eclipse
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 87.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 100.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 67 L