2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
