2001 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
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 (270 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (170 Nm). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Astra | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Astra | C8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
