2009 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Citroen C5

To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 1 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A3 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, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A3 2008 Citroen C5
Make Audi Citroen
Model A3 C5
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1966 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 82.6 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 205 km/hour 230 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 1589 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 66 L


 

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