2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 609 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C2 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
