1996 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM.
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, 2012 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | XM | C30 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
