2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Endeavor | Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3827 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |