2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 10 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C5 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
