2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV and 2012 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 291 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | i-MiEV | Passat |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 170 HP |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3678 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1585 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1615 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 2.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 1.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
