2013 Volvo XC60 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2013 Volvo XC60 and 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo XC60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Volvo XC60 | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Volvo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XC60 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 6 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4627 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1891 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1713 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
