2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C8 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
