2007 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 76 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Avensis | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
