2005 Smart ForFour vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForFour 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 134 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForFour | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Smart | Volvo |
Model | ForFour | C30 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2519 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |