2006 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Citroen C8

To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.

Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A3 2007 Citroen C8
Make Audi Citroen
Model A3 C8
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1982 cc 2230 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 234 km/hour 196 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 11.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1648 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L