2002 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. 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 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 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 A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| 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 | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2470 mm |
