2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 261 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 2004 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Q5 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |