2011 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3. 2006 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C3 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C3 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
