2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Xsara | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
