2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 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 51 more horse power than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Luxgen | Volvo |
| Model | Luxgen7 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automated manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4845 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1876 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1768 mm | 1447 mm |
