2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C8 and 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,981 cc, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5.
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 Toyota FCHV 5 (353 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (205 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 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 Toyota FCHV 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C8 | FCHV 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2981 cc |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
