1999 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
