1991 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen XM | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | XM | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
