2001 Audi A2 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 478 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
