2003 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2003 Audi A6 and 2003 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 Citroen C5. 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 C5. 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 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A6 | 2003 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |