2010 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo V50 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Volvo | Citroen |
Model | V50 | C4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4521 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |