2005 Acura CL vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 123 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | CL | C30 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |