2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 843 kg more than 2007 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2007 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Q7 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.5 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 | 2244 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
