2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (168 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Citroen C8. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8. 2006 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |