2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 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 137 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2002 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda 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 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C8 | Panda |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |