1996 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 216 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 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Xantia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1234 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |