2000 Mazda Protege 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 Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege 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 200 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 506 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) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Protege | C30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
