1998 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1998 Audi A4.
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 C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A4 | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |