2000 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6. 2005 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
