1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 20 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Xantia | S80 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |