1996 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Citroen C4
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4.
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 C4 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 2007 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |