2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A8 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |