1989 Audi 200 vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (206 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 2004 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
