1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1111 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Space Wagon | Touareg |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2855 mm |