2001 Audi A2 vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 261 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2004 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
