2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3.
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 A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
