2006 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (222 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 693 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (311 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Montero | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
