1998 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, both 1998 Audi A6 and 1998 Citroen Saxo were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,225 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 1998 Citroen Saxo has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Citroen Saxo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Saxo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2225 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |