1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Xantia | A7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
