2005 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Citroen C2
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C2 (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 170 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Audi A3 (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2006 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | C2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
