2010 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Citroen C6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C6 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 Volvo C70.
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, 2005 Volvo C70 (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C6 | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C6 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
