2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlander | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |