2007 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Acadia | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
