2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (129 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 356 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2005 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
