2005 Audi A2 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 316 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 16.1 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 | 895 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
