2011 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Outlander | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4666 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
