2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 598 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 2012 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | Xsara | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |