2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C5. 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |