2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2012 Citroen C5

To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi RS4 2012 Citroen C5
Make Audi Citroen
Model RS4 C5
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1748 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 196 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.9 seconds 12.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 1624 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.9 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 71 L