1994 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 181 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30.
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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | XM | C30 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
