2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Audi RS6
To start off, 2010 Audi RS6 is newer by 10 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 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi RS6 weights approximately 918 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi RS6 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, 2010 Audi RS6 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, 2010 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2010 Audi RS6 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. 2010 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Audi RS6 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | Xsara | RS6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 4991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 572 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |