2008 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Citroen C
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2001 Citroen C | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
