2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2013 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C8 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2912 mm |
