2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (69 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2001 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |