2006 Audi S3 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Audi S3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Audi S3.
Because 2006 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S3 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S3 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1482 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
