2003 Audi A2 vs. 2005 Citroen C4
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2003 Audi A2. 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, 2003 Audi A2 (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 2005 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
