2010 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 142 kg more than 2011 Volvo C30. 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C30. 2010 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2011 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2011 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Camry | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | C30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
