2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S80 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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, 2000 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2000 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C3 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
