2000 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. 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 2004 Citroen C5. 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 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
