2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 353 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.
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, 2009 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |