1972 Citroen SM vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 664 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | SM | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 72 L |
