2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (200 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C4 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2814 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |