2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Outlander | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
