2012 Volvo C30 vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 491 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z. 2001 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo C30 | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | C30 | Z |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4252 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
