2005 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 890 kg more than 2000 Citroen Saxo. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2000 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
