2008 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
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 C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
