2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Cerato | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
