2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2009 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 451 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (123 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlander | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |