2006 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
