2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 714 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Q7 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
