2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 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 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 641 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1239 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |