2000 Audi A8 vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 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, 2000 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2750 mm |
