2001 Citroen C5 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 C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C5 | S60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |