2010 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Volvo C30

To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 264 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2010 Volvo C30
Make Chevrolet Volvo
Model Camaro C30
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 304 HP 0 HP
Torque 370 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1451 kg
Vehicle Length 4836 mm 4252 mm
Vehicle Width 1918 mm 1783 mm
Vehicle Height 1377 mm 1448 mm
Wheelbase Size 2852 mm 2639 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 60 L


 

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