2011 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Outlander | C70 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1631 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |