2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2009 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 Volvo C30 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo C30 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica. 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, 2009 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2009 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | C30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
