1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2007 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Xsara | V70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
