1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 633 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Xsara | S60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
