2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2003 Citroen C8
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C8.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2003 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | RS4 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
