2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 95 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 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C5 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
