2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 996 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2001 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Q7 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
