2006 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Citroen C4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 277 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2004 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |