1996 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 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), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 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 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |