2000 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Verada | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
