2011 Volvo C30 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo C30 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2011 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo C30.
Because 2012 Ford F-350 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 2012 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C30. 2012 Ford F-350 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. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo C30 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | C30 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4265 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
