2001 Audi A3 vs. 1992 Citroen XM
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Citroen XM.
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, 2001 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 1992 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | XM |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
