2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 845 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Touareg | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
