2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 516 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |