2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Passat | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 81 L |
