2005 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
