2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2006 Volkswagen Fox were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,377 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 637 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Fox has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Fox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlander | Fox |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2377 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |