2006 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Citroen C4

To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.

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, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2006 Audi A3 2010 Citroen C4
Make Audi Citroen
Model A3 C4
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1982 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 209 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 11.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1586 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2110 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L