1985 Audi 200 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 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 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
