2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Xsara | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2833 mm |
