2008 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
