2002 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Citroen C4

To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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 A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A6 2011 Citroen C4
Make Audi Citroen
Model A6 C4
Year Released 2002 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 14.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1614 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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