2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
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 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | C8 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
