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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 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 | 2946 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 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 | 1548 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 Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |