2009 Volvo S80 vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo C30 would be higher. At 4,413 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo C30. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S80 | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4413 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
