2005 Audi S4 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 465 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S4 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
