2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2004 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C 15 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |