2008 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2012 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
