2007 Volvo S40 vs. 2011 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C-Crosser. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C-Crosser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C-Crosser. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C-Crosser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S40 | 2011 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | S40 | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2519 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
