2009 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
