2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 161 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.

Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Citroen Xsara
Make Audi Citroen
Model A4 Xsara
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.8:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1239 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 54 L