2003 Citroen C vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 633 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volvo V70 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C | V70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
