1989 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 23 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | XM | A8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
