1998 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
