2005 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Citroen XM
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1997 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | XM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
