2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3.
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, 2006 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C3 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
