2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | RS6 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
