1990 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 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 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 406 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | XM | V70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
