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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 577 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. 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 A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 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 | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 17.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |