2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 178 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (215 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Outlander | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
