2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 2 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 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C8 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
