2001 Audi A2 vs. 2010 Citroen C8

To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 813 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A2 2010 Citroen C8
Make Audi Citroen
Model A2 C8
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1191 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.5:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 168 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.9 seconds 14.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1743 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 80 L