2004 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 3 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 485 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 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2001 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
