2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Audi A1. (85 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A1. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C5 | A1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
