2005 Audi A2 vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A2 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A2 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Citroen C1. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | C1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 41 L |
