1994 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
