2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 438 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2. 2006 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C2 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |
