2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C8. 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Citroen C8. 2009 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1645 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 Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |