2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C and 2008 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 76 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (121 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | C | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
