2005 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Citroen C3
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2004 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |