2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
