2001 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Citroen C2

To start off, both 2001 Audi A4 and 2001 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. 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, 2001 Audi A4 (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A4 2001 Citroen C2
Make Audi Citroen
Model A4 C2
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2320 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 41 L


 

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