2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 7 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Grandis | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
