2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | C | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
