2007 Volvo C70 vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Volvo C70.
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 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo C70 | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Volvo | Citroen |
Model | C70 | C8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |