2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. 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 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C6 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
