2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 920 kg more than 2002 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Xsara | A8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
