2010 Volvo C30 vs. 2011 Volvo S60

To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo C30 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 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, 2011 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30. 2011 Volvo S60 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. 2011 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Volvo C30 2011 Volvo S60
Make Volvo Volvo
Model C30 S60
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 227 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1453 kg 1769 kg
Vehicle Length 4265 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 1783 mm 1864 mm
Vehicle Height 1448 mm 1483 mm
Wheelbase Size 2639 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 67 L


 

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