2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A4 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |