2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 187 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Grandis | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |