2003 Acura EL vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,519 cc, 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2003 Acura EL. 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, 2008 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | EL | C30 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2519 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
