1994 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xantia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2001 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 153 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 | 1510 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
