2011 Volvo C30 vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2011 Volvo C30 and 2011 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2011 Volvo C30.
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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2011 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2011 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo C30 | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | C30 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4252 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
