2002 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C1 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2002 Audi A4.
Because 2002 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 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, 2002 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
