2005 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2005 Audi S6 and 2005 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 197 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. 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 2005 Citroen C5. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S6 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1469 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |
