2008 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | L 200 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
