2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Outlander | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
