2011 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 631 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Smart | Volvo |
| Model | ForTwo | C30 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 60 L |
