2010 Nissan NP300 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 Nissan NP300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan NP300 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 83 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2010 Nissan NP300. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan NP300 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | NP300 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
