2001 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2001 Audi A4 and 2001 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. 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 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A4 | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 69 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 17.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |