2007 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (263 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A6 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |