2002 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (383 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Lancer | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
