2001 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30.
Because 2001 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo V70 | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V70 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
