1996 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1996 Audi A4.
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, 1996 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |