2005 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
