2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 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 Q7 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 Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 890 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 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 Q7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C5 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
