2000 Audi A2 vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 823 kg more than 2000 Audi A2. 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
