2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 718 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo XC60 | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Volvo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XC60 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2610 mm |
