2009 Audi TT vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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 TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2001 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
