1998 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Audi A6.
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 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |