2009 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1990 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 A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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 A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1990 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C 15 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |