2007 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Citroen C5

To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2010 Citroen C5
Make Audi Citroen
Model A4 C5
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 238 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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