2005 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Citroen C2
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2. 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, 2002 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2002 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | C2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 41 L |
