1987 Audi Coupe vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe.
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 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi Coupe | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Coupe | Xsara |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |