1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 640 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, 2012 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Xsara | C70 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |