2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 217 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Outlander | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
