1997 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1997 Audi A8.
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, 2010 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A8. (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
