2007 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2007 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40.
Because 2007 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Lancer | S40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |