2003 Volvo V70 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo V70 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Volvo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V70 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2520 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
