2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 641 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, 2007 Volvo C70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C3 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2521 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 | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
