2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. Both 2010 Volkswagen Jetta and 2011 Volvo C30 are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 Volvo C30.
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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Jetta | C30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
