2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
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 A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |