2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Citroen C5

To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 517 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.

Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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 A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2008 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A8 2008 Citroen C5
Make Audi Citroen
Model A8 C5
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 208 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 66 L