2007 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Xantia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |