2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 324 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | RPM 7000 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
