2002 Audi S3 vs. 2010 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2010 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 2010 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S3 | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
