2012 Volvo C30 vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30.
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 C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C8. 2010 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volvo C30 | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Volvo | Citroen |
Model | C30 | C8 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4252 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |