1994 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Citroen Xantia

To start off, both 1994 Audi A6 and 1994 Citroen Xantia were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Citroen Xantia.

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, 1994 Audi A6 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Audi A6 1994 Citroen Xantia
Make Audi Citroen
Model A6 Xantia
Year Released 1994 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1580 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 202 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2860 mm


 

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