2007 Audi S8 vs. 1994 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1994 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 1994 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | S8 | C 15 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |