2003 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2003 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 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Corsa | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | C30 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
