2012 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1229 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi Q7 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Q7 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
