2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | C5 | A6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |