2007 Volvo C30 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 950 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo C30 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | C30 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
