2003 Volvo V50 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50.
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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2003 Volvo V50 | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Volvo | Mitsubishi |
Model | V50 | Outlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2524 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |