2009 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | C4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |