2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 877 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C 15 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
