2010 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda BT-50 | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | BT-50 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
