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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 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 860 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.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 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 | 4172 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |