2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80.
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, 2010 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | S80 | C6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
