2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C8 | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |