2007 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 441 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Yaris | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
