2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 283 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Endeavor | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2893 mm |