2005 Audi S4 vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
