2000 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 13 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 319 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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 S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Verada | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2835 mm |
