2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2003 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C5 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2003 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Q5 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
