1995 Citroen C vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C | S60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
