1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 790 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 A8 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 A8 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 A8 (445 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 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 A8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Xantia | A8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3122 mm |
