1985 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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, 1985 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
