2010 Citroen C3 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Citroen C3 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | C3 | A6 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2912 mm |