1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1999 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C 15 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C 15 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2835 mm |
