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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (171 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (146 Nm @ 4000 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 | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |