1996 Audi RS2 vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi RS2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 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 RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | RS2 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
