2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2002 GAZ 3110

To start off, both 2002 Citroen C8 and 2002 GAZ 3110 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2002 GAZ 3110.

Because 2002 GAZ 3110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3110. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3110.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen C8 2002 GAZ 3110
Make Citroen GAZ
Model C8 3110
Year Released 2002 2002
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 134 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1723 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2810 mm


 

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