2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 13 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 250 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 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 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 A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C5 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2808 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
