1985 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2004 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, 1985 Audi 100 (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2004 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
