2010 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 464 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi A6 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4915 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2842 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |