2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 10 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Xsara | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2833 mm |
