2005 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C5.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2002 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |