2005 Audi RS4 vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2005 Audi RS4 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS4 weights approximately 210 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.
Because 2005 Audi RS4 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 RS4 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 RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi RS4 | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | RS4 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |