2009 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Citroen XM
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM.
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 A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1996 Citroen XM | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | XM |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |