2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 858 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C8 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
