2008 Volvo C30 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 2 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C30. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2008 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C30. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo C30 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | C30 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
