2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |