2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C8 and 2002 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS.
Because 2002 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS. 2002 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C8 | 2002 Lexus IS | |
Make | Citroen | Lexus |
Model | C8 | IS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |