2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 5 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 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 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, 2007 Hummer H3 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, 2007 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | C8 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
