1995 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia

To start off, both 1995 Audi A4 and 1995 Citroen Xantia were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (150 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Audi A4 1995 Citroen Xantia
Make Audi Citroen
Model A4 Xantia
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1761 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 81.4 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1234 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2750 mm


 

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