1999 Toyota Vitz vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 536 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Vitz | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Vitz | C30 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
