2007 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
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, 2005 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |