2007 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 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 A6 (380 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
