2005 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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 C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |