2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2010 Audi A4 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. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Eclipse | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
