2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Citroen C3

To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 HP @ 5660 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2009 Citroen C3
Make Audi Citroen
Model A4 C3
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5660 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 219 km/hour 183 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 11.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4080 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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