2004 Audi A2 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2004 Audi A2 and 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Audi A2. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A2 | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A2 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1190 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |