2009 Audi TT vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
