2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C30. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C30. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C30.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | MX-5 Miata | C30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |