2010 Volvo C30 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 163 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Volvo C30 (350 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo C30 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | C30 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4252 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
