1999 Audi TT vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 2 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia. 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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
