2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C5 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
