2012 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Corvette and 2012 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2012 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | C30 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 574 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1247 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |