2012 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5.
Because 2012 Audi S4 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 S4 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 S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5. 2009 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi S4 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S4 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
