2012 Volvo XC60 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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 XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo XC60 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | XC60 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1916 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
