2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Audi TT.
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, 2003 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2003 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2003 Audi TT | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C5 | TT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
