1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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 A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Xantia | A8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
