2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2007 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 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C3 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
