2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 552 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 2002 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C8 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
