1997 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 1997 Audi A6 and 1997 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. 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 (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A6 | 1997 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Xsara |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
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 | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |