2004 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
