2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 533 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C3 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |
