2011 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2011 Audi A3.
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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A3 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
