2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A1 (85 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (69 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Audi A1.
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, 2010 Audi A1 (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Xsara | A1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 34 L |
