2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Citroen C6
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Citroen C6 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 C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 98 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 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6. 2008 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |