2010 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Legacy would be higher. Both 2010 Subaru Legacy and 2012 Volvo C30 are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | C30 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1486 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 4252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |