2000 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1996 Citroen C 15. 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 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 1996 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C 15 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |