1995 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
