2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rendezvous would be higher.
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, 2010 Volvo C30 (350 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rendezvous | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
