2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 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 5,998 cc, 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (445 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (260 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (350 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2008 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A8 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |