2005 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Citroen C2
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2.
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, 2003 Citroen C2 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Citroen C2 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | C2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1628 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |