2002 Volvo S60 vs. 1997 Citroen XM
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 121 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60. 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo S60 | 1997 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | S60 | XM |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
