2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2002 Citroen C5.
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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C5 | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C5 | V50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |