2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Cavalier | C30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
