2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | C30 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 62 L |
