2005 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15.
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 A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1999 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
