2001 Audi A2 vs. 2006 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2006 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 205 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 | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 14.8 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 | 1030 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
