2005 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 274 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 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
