2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (360 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. (270 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Space Liner | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
