2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 204 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 Mercedes-Benz SLS. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | SLS | C30 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6300 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 575 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4638 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2075 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1261 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
