2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP) has 261 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 709 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 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C3 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 333 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
