2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Audi TT were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 94 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 TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Audi TT | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | Xsara | TT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1186 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |