2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | C5 | R8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |