2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Citroen C2
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
