2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C 15 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
