1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | XM | A4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
