2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 759 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlander | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |