2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | C5 | R8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |