2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |