2012 Volvo C30 vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2012 Volvo C30 and 2012 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo C30 | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Volvo | Saab |
| Model | C30 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4252 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
