2005 Audi S6 vs. 1992 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1992 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 1992 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S6 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |
