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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 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 230 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 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 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 | 2771 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
