2000 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
