1986 Audi 200 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 24 kg more than 1986 Audi 200.
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, 1986 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | XM |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
