2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Endeavor | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
