2001 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. 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 2011 Citroen C4. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
