2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. 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 Citroen C5 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |