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 76 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 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 Citroen C5 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2773 cc | 2179 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |