2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
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, 2008 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | C4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |