2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2004 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 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1527 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |