2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 Volvo C30.
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 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C30. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Cee'd | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
