2005 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A2 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A2 | C5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |