2009 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S6 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
