1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 64 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Coupe | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
