1996 Audi S6 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 511 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 S6 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 S6 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 S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | S6 | Xantia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1234 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |