1994 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 771 kg more than 1994 Citroen C 15. 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 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen C 15 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C 15 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
