2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 and 2008 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Mazda 3 and 2008 Volvo C30 are equipped with a 1,560 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 3 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.9 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 | 1240 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
