2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Citroen C5 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 69 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2773 cc | 1997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |