2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2000 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Xsara | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 73 L |
