1997 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
