2006 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. 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 A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2000 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C 15 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |