2001 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
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, 2007 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A4 | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |