1986 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Citroen C6
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. 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, 2008 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2008 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 2178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
