2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 612 kg more than 2002 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 XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C2 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
