2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Citroen C5 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 A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 698 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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 A8 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A8 | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 131 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |