2000 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Plymouth Breeze | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Breeze | C30 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |