2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1987 Citroen CX
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 1987 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | RS4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
