2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | C30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |