2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (177 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Xsara | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |