2009 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 160 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
