1998 Audi A3 vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1998 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 312 kg more than 1998 Audi A3. 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3. 1997 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
