Mitsubishi launched its newest concept car back in Detroit and has given us to peek behind the curtain with their concept cars, RA. Is RA a name based on the ancient Egyptian sun god, or is an abbreviation Ralliart? A first guess might mean that it is a substitute for Eclipse that DSMers been waiting since the second generation Eclipse ended in 1999. Mitsubishi has treated participants Detroit Auto Show to the opening of their concept of RA, environmentally friendly concept coupe. Designed as an example to develop the Mitsubishi "green" technology RA Concept unfortunately, the concept of strict and not the production version is planned. The concept of RA using diesel power to achieve high performance with low fuel consumption. The diesel engine of high output-high efficiency clean diesel school design. This is a 2.2-liter in capacity, using the MIVEC variable valve control, piezoelectric injectors and variable geometry turbo, to produce 150kW/200hp and 420Nm. Power is run through a "next generation" Mitsubishi's Super-All Wheel Control (S-AWC) system that consists of the Active Center Differential, Active Yaw Control, Sport ABS and Active Stability Control component systems, as seen on the Lancer Evolution X. Lightweight material construction is a feature of RA Concept, with aluminum space-frame made from extruded aluminum sections, while the bonnet, front guards (fenders) and a number of other outer panels made from impact-resistant plastic resin and can be recycled. Hopefully enough to attract will be displayed in a Mitsubishi concept to consider developing a diesel-powered production sports car in the not too distant.
Concept-RA
MITSUBISHI Concept-RA continues a long tradition of sporty coupe concepts dating back to the 1972 debut of the car show Galant GTO R73-X, which showcased high revving, high output (200 hp) DOHC engine technology. Drivetrain combines advanced technology with the latest design of diesel engines are clean, MITSUBISHI Concept-RA shows that thrilling performance machine and a sense of environmental responsibility need not mutually exclusive concepts. Concept-RA system features a "next generation" Super-All Wheel Control (S-AWC), which consists of the Active Center Differential, Active Yaw Control, Sport ABS and Active Stability Control component systems, as equipped on the very capable Lancer Evolution. For Concept-RA, vehicle-dynamics-enhancing, all-wheel-drive system is upgraded to include Active Steering and Active Damping Control elements to further improve driver control, as well as vehicle handling and stability. S-AWC is integrated to manage all systems to realize advanced levels of control over drive torque and braking, thereby improving traction, cornering and vehicle stability. Complex system of electronic traction and driveline control help create intuitive, on-demand vehicle behavior that faithfully reflects driver intent in all driving conditions, from everyday use to avoid emergency situations.
MITSUBISHI Concept-RA is powered by a new high output, low emission 2.2-liter 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve turbo diesel engine. This machine has MIVEC (1) valvetrain that offers continued to control the variable valve timing as well as low speed and high-profile camshaft. This new diesel is equipped with piezoelectric injector fuel injection common-rail direct that allows a lower compression ratio and a VD (Variable Diffuser) / VG (Variable Geometry) turbocharger. 2.2-liter clean diesel unit provides maximum torque output of 201 hp (150 kW) and a maximum of £ 310 ft (42.8 kg-m). In an effort to meet U.S. emissions standards (Tier 2 Bin 5 emission regulations), the diesel relies on a new catalytic converter system that utilizes diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC), NOx trap catalyst (NTC) and diesel particulate filter (DPF) technologies. When mated with the Twin Clutch-SST gearbox, the torque-rich diesel engine will help deliver sporty driving manners with a high level of fuel efficiency. MITSUBISHI Concept-RA makes extensive use of lightweight materials in construction to help reduce vehicle mass for improved performance, fuel economy and safety. Coupe athletics has a new body structure using an aluminum space frame made from extruded aluminum sections and die-cast aluminum components, as well as engine hood, fenders and other outer panels are formed from plastic resin impact-resistant and easily recyclable.
