2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. 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, 2004 Audi A3 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | C4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |