2004 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 7 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 47 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
