2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2001 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (291 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C5 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
