1991 Audi S2 vs. 1991 Citroen XM
To start off, both 1991 Audi S2 and 1991 Citroen XM were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi S2 | 1991 Citroen XM | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | S2 | XM |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |