2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C6 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 88 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C6. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C6 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C6 | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 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 | 230 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2776 mm |