2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Xsara | S60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |