2009 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
