2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara.
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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C8 | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C8 | Solara |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |