2006 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 945 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2004 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A8 | C 15 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |