2008 Volvo C70 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Volvo C70.
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, 2008 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (281 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo C70 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | C70 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2520 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
