2006 Audi TT vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 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, 2006 Audi TT (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
