1997 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | XM | A3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
