2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayman | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Cayman | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
