2007 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S4 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
