2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 952 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30.
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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sentra | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
