2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Audi S3 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S3 (222 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S3 weights approximately 239 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 S3 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 S3 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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
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2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Audi S3 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | Xsara | S3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 222 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |