2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 21 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlander | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2377 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |