2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,773 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 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 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 1360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
