2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Citroen C-Crosser were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
