2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, both 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (167 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Scirocco | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlander | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1404 mm |