2008 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Citroen C4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (90 HP @ 1900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C4. 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2006 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
