2011 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Suzuki SX4 | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | SX4 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4135 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1605 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
