2008 Audi A5 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 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, 2008 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A5 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
