2001 Audi TT vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 468 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT 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 TT (285 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | C5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
