2007 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 6 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |