2003 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Outlander | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
