2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 651 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | R2 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
