1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1995 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 S80 (291 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 1998 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Xantia | S80 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
