1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Xantia | A4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2809 mm |
