2009 Audi A5 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 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 57 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 941 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C5. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A5 | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |