2006 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
