1989 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 22 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 330 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.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | XM | S5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
