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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 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. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
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 | 2698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
