2010 BMW 535 vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2010 BMW 535 and 2010 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP) has 186 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 409 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 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 BMW 535 (406 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (270 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 535 | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 535 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4856 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
