2009 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 75 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.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
