2005 Audi TT vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (179 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 347 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1994 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | XM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
