2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 547 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.
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 S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 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 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C 15 | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |