2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S4 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2002 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2010 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C8 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
