2000 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (137 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60.
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, 2000 Volvo S60 (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S60 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | S60 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
