1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Volvo S40
To start off, 1998 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S40 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1994 Citroen Xantia. 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 S40 (299 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Xantia | S40 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
