2006 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Citroen Xsara

To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2007 Citroen Xsara
Make Audi Citroen
Model A4 Xsara
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 208 km/hour 181 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 13.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 54 L


 

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