2002 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2002 Audi A8 and 2002 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2. 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 A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2002 Citroen C2 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A8 | C2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2320 mm |