1997 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Citroen Saxo
To start off, both 1997 Audi A6 and 1997 Citroen Saxo were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1997 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1997 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A6 | 1997 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Saxo |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |