2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 203 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) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Equinox | C30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
