2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 67 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |