2008 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 7 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (69 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 510 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 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2001 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
