2008 Audi A5 vs. 1998 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. 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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1998 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A5 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
