2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C5 | TT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
