2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. Both 2012 Volkswagen Jetta and 2013 Volvo C30 are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Jetta | C30 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |