2009 Audi S3 vs. 2000 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 Audi S3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 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 S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S3 | 2000 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S3 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
