2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. 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, 2000 Volvo V70 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C3 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
