1999 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancer | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
