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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 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 657 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.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Citroen C3
Make Audi Citroen
Model A6 C3
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 1585 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 246 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 10 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1063 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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