2011 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, both 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2011 Volkswagen Beetle were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Outlander | Beetle |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1631 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |