2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 9 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Q5 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |