2005 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C6 and 2005 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C6 (212 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80.
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 S80 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C6. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C6. 2005 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C6 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C6 | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |