2011 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo S80 would be higher. Both 2011 Volvo S80 and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S80 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Volvo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S80 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 59 L |
