2013 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz S and 2013 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 818 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30, 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | S | C30 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 6 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 613 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5252 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1488 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
