2006 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S80 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
