1999 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
