2004 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 198 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Touran | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
