2011 Volvo C30 vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo C30 | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | C30 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1453 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4265 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
