2009 Volvo C30 vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo C30 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2009 Volvo C30. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo C30.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C30. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volvo C30 | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Volvo | Toyota |
Model | C30 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |