2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C1 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2774 mm |
