2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 509 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.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Xsara | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1401 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
