2006 Volvo C70 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
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, 2006 Volvo C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo C70 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | C70 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
