2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Outlander | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
