2011 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 230 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Mustang 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 2011 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Mustang | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | C30 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 412 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 528 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
