2005 Audi A2 vs. 2004 Citroen C3
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 1 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Audi A2.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2004 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
