2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | C5 | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2912 mm |