2007 Ford Ka vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ka 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 156 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ka | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
