2009 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Citroen Osee
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Osee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Osee would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Osee. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Osee.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Osee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Osee. (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Osee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2001 Citroen Osee | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | Osee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1160 mm |
