2001 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Citroen Xantia
To start off, both 2001 Audi A3 and 2001 Citroen Xantia were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A3 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A3 | 2001 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | Xantia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |