2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Eclipse | A4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1367 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
