2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
Because 2005 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C8 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C8 | V50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |