2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3.
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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3. 2008 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C3 | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |