2001 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Citroen C4
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
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, 2005 Citroen C4 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2005 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
