2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Citroen C4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (176 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 118 kg more than 2005 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2005 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1412 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 Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |