2005 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2002 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S4 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
