2001 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 A6 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |