2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 73 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 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |