2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 9 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC60.
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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C8 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
