2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Aveo 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 168 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 96 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Aveo | C30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
