2005 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Citroen C6
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2008 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
