2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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 A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |