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 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (128 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 410 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.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C6. 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 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 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 C6 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2178 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |