2005 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2005 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1703 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
