2003 Citroen C vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 600 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C | V50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |