2010 Volvo C70 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo C70 would be higher. Both 2010 Volvo C70 and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C70 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 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, 2010 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo C70 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Volvo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C70 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1836 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
