1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC90 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1037 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, 2013 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Xsara | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2857 mm |
