2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
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 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT. 2005 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2005 Audi TT | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C4 | TT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
