2003 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2003 Audi A6 and 2003 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3. 2003 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi A6 | 2003 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |