2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (258 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Outlander | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
