2008 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2008 Audi A5 and 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (260 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (350 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A5 | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A5 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |