2005 Citroen C vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C and 2005 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |