2010 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlander | Passat |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4666 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |