2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C1 and 2008 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1227 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1. 2008 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Citroen C1 | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C1 | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |