2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2008 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlander | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |