2010 Volvo C30 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, both 2010 Volvo C30 and 2010 SsangYong Rodius were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 467 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rodius is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Rodius. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30. 2010 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo C30 | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Volvo | SsangYong |
Model | C30 | Rodius |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4252 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |