1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen C 15 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | C 15 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 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 | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |