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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 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 Citroen C3 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 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 | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |