1995 Citroen C vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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 Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen C | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | C | Q3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |