2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 456 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C 15 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
