2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (215 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Outlander | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
