2000 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | C30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
