2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 800 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
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2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlander | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |