2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 8 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), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C4. 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 (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
