2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane.
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, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C8 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
