2009 Audi A5 vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 12 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
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 A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A5 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
