1999 Audi A4 vs. 1994 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1994 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
