2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sentra | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
