1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, both 1998 Citroen Xsara and 1998 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (167 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 1998 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Xsara | S80 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |