2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (257 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C5 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
