2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 243 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi Allroad. (350 Nm). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allroad | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
