2007 Audi RS4 vs. 1998 Citroen XM
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen XM would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 1998 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | RS4 | XM |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
