2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 2009 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS6 | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | RS6 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4991 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 572 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
