2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80.
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 Volvo S80 (281 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | S80 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
