2002 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart ForFour | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Smart | Volvo |
Model | ForFour | C30 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |