2008 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,519 cc, 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Polo | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Polo | C30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2519 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |