2009 Audi A5 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 Audi A5 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 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 206 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. 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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A5 | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |