2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 553 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (152 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C3 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
