1999 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Citroen C2
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A8 | 2004 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | C2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
