2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15.
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, 2010 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C 15 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
