2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Jazz | C30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |