2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Volvo S40.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Outlander | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
