1998 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 545 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | L 200 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
