2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2002 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C8 and 2002 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 547 kg more than 2002 Toyota Celica. 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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C8 | 2002 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C8 | Celica |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |