2010 Volvo C30 T5 vs. 2010 Volvo C30 D2
To start off, both 2010 Volvo C30 T5 and 2010 Volvo C30 D2 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 T5 (227 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30 D2. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 T5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30 D2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 T5 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30 D2. 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 Volvo C30 T5 (320 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30 D2. (270 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo C30 T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30 D2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo C30 T5 | 2010 Volvo C30 D2 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | C30 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1453 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4265 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
