2008 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |