2000 Acura TL vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 296 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30.
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, 2007 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | TL | C30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
