2002 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2002 Audi A6 and 2002 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2002 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2002 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |