2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo C30 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 2007 Volvo C30 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo C30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
