2005 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 583 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S4 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
