2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
