2010 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Focus 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 84 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Focus | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Focus | C30 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4445 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1722 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1488 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2614 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |