2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlander | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1404 mm |