2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 209 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlander | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |