2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP) has 286 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 316 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 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
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2008 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | Xsara | TT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 360 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |