2004 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |