2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 77 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 167 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | PT Cruiser | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2423 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
