2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4. 2007 Volvo C30 has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo C30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C4 | C30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |