2013 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2013 GMC Sierra and 2013 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 853 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 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 2013 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 GMC Sierra | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | C30 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2031 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
