2007 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
