2003 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 481 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Phaeton | Endeavor |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2281 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1768 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 81 L |