2003 Audi A2 vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A2 (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2003 Audi A2.
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, 2003 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
