1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 18 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | XM | S60 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
