2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. 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 C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C5 | C70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |