2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 140 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | X-Trail | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
