1995 Citroen XM vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Citroen XM is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen XM weights approximately 192 kg more than 1993 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 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen XM | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | XM | 440 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 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 | 1284 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
