2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6.

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 A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A6 Eclipse
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2698 cc 3828 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 67 L