2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 8 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 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 426 kg more than 2011 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 2011 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RS6 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2400 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 | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
