2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Audi S3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S3 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 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, 2011 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2011 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C2 | S3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
