2008 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Citroen C3
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 397 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. 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 A6 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2003 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
