2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C5 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
