1991 Audi 80 vs. 1998 Citroen XM
To start off, 1998 Citroen XM is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Citroen XM.
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, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1998 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | XM |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
