2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlander | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |