2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 576 kg more than 2002 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (310 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C8 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
