2007 Volvo C30 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo C30 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C30.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo C30 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | C30 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
