2000 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Citroen C6
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2008 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2008 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
