2004 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4.
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 S80 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo S80 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | S80 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1616 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
