2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2007 Ford Fiesta and 2007 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Fiesta | C30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |