2004 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
