2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 309 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.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Xsara | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1401 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
