2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2006 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (130 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 266 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Multivan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Multivan | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlander | Multivan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2377 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |