1999 Audi A2 vs. 1998 Citroen XM
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen XM weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1998 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | XM |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
