1998 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1998 Audi A3. 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 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A3 | 2007 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | C5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |