2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C2 and 2004 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C2 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C2 | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.2 mm |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1083 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |