The Comparative Analysis :
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec (10 - 15) vs. Volvo C30 1.6 (06 - 09)
€ 24,000

€ 19,200

€ 24,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 19,200
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec is 13.1 inches longer, 0.9 inches narrower and 2.7 inches taller than the Volvo C30 1.6.
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
Volvo C30 1.6
59.6
69.3
80.5
57
70.2
80.3
69.3 in
Width
70.2 in
80.5 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.3 in
59.6 in
Height
57 in
103.7
180.5
103.9
167.4
180.5 in
Length
167.4 in
103.7 in
Wheelbase
103.9 in
Vehicle Weight
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
Volvo C30 1.6
3395 lb
Curb Weight
2820 lb
4343 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
3748 lb

Weight Difference:
575 lb
16.94 %

General
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
Volvo C30 1.6
CY0
Generation
M
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
5-speed manual transmission
Engine
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
Volvo C30 1.6
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Code
B4164S3
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.8 L / 88 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
148 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
99 hp
at 6000 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
148 hp
99 hp
Volvo C30 1.6
221 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Max. Torque
111 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
221 lb‑ft
111 lb‑ft
Volvo C30 1.6
Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
Volvo C30 1.6
127 mph
Maximum Speed
115 mph
10.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
459 ft
0.000 sec

Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
538 ft
0.000 sec

Volvo C30 1.6
▶ REPLAY
22.94 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
28.48 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
22.94 lb/hp
28.48 lb/hp
Volvo C30 1.6
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
Volvo C30 1.6
Fuel Economy
46 mpg
combined
34 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
46 mpg
34 mpg
Volvo C30 1.6
37 mpg
city
25 mpg
51 mpg
highway
41 mpg
15.6 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
719 mi
Range
488 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
719 mi
488 mi
Volvo C30 1.6
Environmental Impact
104.9 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
132.6 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
104.9 kWh
132.6 kWh
Volvo C30 1.6
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
220 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
269 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 DI-D+ ClearTec
Volvo C30 1.6
5
Doors
3
5
No. of Seats
4
948 lb
Maximum Payload
928 lb
8.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
7.9 cu ft






38.2 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
26.1 cu ft