2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C 15 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
