1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1994 Volvo 440
To start off, 1994 Volvo 440 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 398 kg more than 1994 Volvo 440.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1994 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Xantia | 440 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
