2011 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S40 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4. 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, 2011 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4. 2011 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S40 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | S40 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
