2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A3 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |