2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
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 XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 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 XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (167 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Outlander | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
