1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | Xsara |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 87 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |