1996 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 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 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 2007 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2178 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1607 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |