2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |