2000 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 756 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 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 V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Lancer | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
