2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Volvo C70

To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2006 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (392 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 2006 Volvo C70
Make Mitsubishi Volvo
Model Lancer C70
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 286 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 392 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1658 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 68 L


 

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