2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 261 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30.
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, 2007 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Monte Carlo | C30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3783 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
