2001 Citroen C vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
