1989 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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, 2005 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | XM | V70 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
