2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | C | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
