1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Xantia | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3002 mm |
