2000 Volvo S60 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (137 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2000 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S60 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Volvo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S60 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
