2005 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 861 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touareg | C30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
