2009 Audi A5 vs. 1996 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1996 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A5 | C 15 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |