2008 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 8 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 294 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.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
