2012 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2012 Citroen C5 and 2012 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5.
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, 2012 Volvo S80 (240 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5. 2012 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Citroen C5 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C5 | S80 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |