2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C2 and 2005 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (138 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. 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 A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2. 2005 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C2 | 2005 Audi A3 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | C2 | A3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |