2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 477 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 2011 Audi S6 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 S6 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 S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 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 S6 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | C5 | S6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 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 | 1558 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2847 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |