2002 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 3 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 595 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 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
