2007 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Citroen C5

To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A3 2011 Citroen C5
Make Audi Citroen
Model A3 C5
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 251 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 66 L


 

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