2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
