2007 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3. 2012 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S4 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
