2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Volvo S60

To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (179 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.

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, 2006 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8. 2006 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C8 2006 Volvo S60
Make Citroen Volvo
Model C8 S60
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2230 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 156 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 5650 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 196 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 8.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1648 kg 1533 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L