1994 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 101 kg more than 1994 Audi A4.
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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
