2003 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,917 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C8 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C8 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
