2001 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Citroen C6
To start off, 2010 Citroen C6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2010 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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, 2010 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2010 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A8 | C6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.6 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 | 2540 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |