2004 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
