1989 Audi 200 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1993 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, 1989 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
