2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 946 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C3 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
