2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C3 | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |