2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2008 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C5 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 C5 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C5 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
