2001 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2001 Audi A3.
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, 2001 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A3 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | C5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |