1990 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1990 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | XM | 850 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
